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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Motor Tax (20 May 2020)

Shane Ross: Motor tax and Vehicle Registration Tax (VRT) based on carbon dioxide emissions (CO2) was introduced in 2008 for passenger cars only i.e. vehicles that fell into Revenue VRT Category A. Changes to Revenue VRT legislation (section 53 of the Finance Act 2017), which took effect from 31 July 2018, mean that some commercial vehicles that are taxed privately were brought into VRT Category A and can...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Vehicle Testing (20 May 2020)

Shane Ross: I am pleased to tell you that Commercial Vehicle Roadworthiness (CVR) testing resumed on 18 May 2020, initially only for those vehicles with a test due date prior to 28 March 2020 (i.e. for vehicles that did not benefit from the three-month extension to certificates of roadworthiness).  CVR testing is expected to resume fully over the following weeks for those vehicles with a test due...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Vehicle Testing (20 May 2020)

Shane Ross: My officials and the Road Safety Authority are currently examining the possibility of resuming National Car Test services in light of the roadmap and the national return to work protocols published by government. I hope to make a statement on this matter in the coming weeks. It is an offence under section 18(1) of the Road Traffic Act 1961 to use a vehicle in a public place without a...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Emergency Services (20 May 2020)

Shane Ross: Exemptions from certain provisions of road traffic legislation are provided for emergency service first responders under section 87 of the Road Traffic Act 2010, as amended.  These exemptions apply to members of the Garda Síochána, the fire brigade and the ambulance services.  I have no plans to extend these exemptions to any other groups.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Regional Airports (20 May 2020)

Shane Ross: Since the onset of the Covid-19 crisis, my Department has been in ongoing contact with the regional airports.  A Government funded PSO air service has allowed Kerry and Donegal airports to remain open, thereby  helping to facilitate essential travel between these airports and Dublin.  While Knock airport took the difficult decision to close at the end of...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Vehicle Testing (20 May 2020)

Shane Ross: The Road Traffic (National Car Test) (Amendment) Regulations 2020 (S.I. No. 132 of 2020) provides a 4-month extension to NCT test due dates for vehicles with an NCT certificate in force on 28 March 2020 and also to vehicles with a first NCT test due during the period beginning on 28 March 2020 and ending on 31 July 2020.  My officials and the Road Safety Authority are currently...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Motor Insurance (20 May 2020)

Shane Ross: The motor insurance companies have assured me that they will not be penalizing motorists who do not currently hold an NCT certificate due to COVID 19 crisis and the unavoidable closure of the NCT centres nationwide.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Expenditure (20 May 2020)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 1003 and 1046 together. As the Deputies may be aware, funding for walking and cycling is provided under a number of different programmes, of which the two principal ones are the Smarter Travel/Sustainable Urban Transport and the Cycling and Walking programmes. The total funding for both programmes in 2019 was approximately €44m as set out...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (20 May 2020)

Shane Ross: This is a matter for the Road Safety Authority.  I have referred the question to the Authority for direct reply.  I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response is not received within 10 days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (20 May 2020)

Shane Ross: It must be understood that a learner permit is not a licence, but a permit to allow a person to drive while learning. The purpose of the driving test is to set out the minimum level of knowledge, skill and competency that a learner must demonstrate in order to become a fully licensed driver. Until a learner can meet this standard and pass this test, they are not safe to take to our roads...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (20 May 2020)

Shane Ross: This is a matter for the Road Safety Authority.  I have referred the question to the Authority for direct reply.  I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a response is not received within 10 days.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Regulations (20 May 2020)

Shane Ross: As the regulatory authority for the small public service vehicle (SPSV) sector, the NTA has undertaken a range of measures designed to reduce the financial burden on SPSV operators and to make it easier for them to return to the industry when circumstances change. Regulations have been prepared by the NTA which will be placed before the Oireachtas shortly. These regulations will...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (20 May 2020)

Shane Ross: The RSA is currently working, in consultation with my Department, on plans for the resumption of the range of public services and functions for which it is responsible, following the publications of the Government roadmap and, more recently, the National Return to Work Safely Protocol agreed by employer and trade union representatives - including carrying out risk...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Vehicle Testing (20 May 2020)

Shane Ross: It is an offence under section 18(1) of the Road Traffic Act 1961 to use a vehicle in a public place without a valid NCT certificate. My officials and the Road Safety Authority are currently examining the possibility of resuming NCT services in light of the roadmap and the return to work protocols published by government and I hope to make a statement on this matter in the coming weeks.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Proposed Legislation (20 May 2020)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to both the national and the regional and local roads programmes.  My Department is aware of a number of issues relating to the installation of services along public road corridors and consideration will be given, in consultation with other stakeholders and in the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport Subsidies (20 May 2020)

Shane Ross: The Government has been clear that continued operation of the public transport sector is important, and has been designated it among the essential services that have been able to carry on during the Covid-19 emergency.  I would like to thank operators and staff who have been involved in continuing this essential service. Throughout, the National Transport Authority...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (20 May 2020)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport.  The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the planning and development of specific public transport infrastructure from within the funding made available, including the provision of Real Time Passenger Information...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Aviation Industry Regulations (20 May 2020)

Shane Ross: The Commission for Aviation Regulation (CAR) is the statutory body with responsibility for air passenger rights in Ireland. It has released a guidance note on flight cancellations which is available at the following link: Under EU law, airlines are required to refund passengers within 7 days of the flight cancellation if the customer does not choose a rerouting option. However, the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Regulations (20 May 2020)

Shane Ross: I propose to take Questions Nos. 1014, 1065 and 1078 together. Since the onset of the Covid-19 Emergency and the restrictions introduced as part of the necessary public health response, passenger demand for SPSV services has fallen radically and many SPSV operators have stopped working. The NTA has therefore taken action to reduce the immediate financial burden on SPSV...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport Data (20 May 2020)

Shane Ross: As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding relating to public transport. However, I am not involved in the day-to-day operation of public transport.  The issues raised are a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) and I have, therefore, referred the Deputy's question to the NTA for direct...